15-Min Shrimp Ceviche with Lime & Cilantro
Raw shrimp "cooked" in fresh lime juice, mixed with red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño for a bright, zingy appetizer. Serve with tortilla chips and a cold soda for the ultimate chill meal.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 whole fresh limes, juiced
- ½ medium red onion, diced small
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole jalapeño, minced
- 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Pat shrimp dry, then cut each one in half lengthwise so the lime juice can reach every surface.
- 2
Place shrimp in a bowl and pour fresh lime juice over it until fully submerged.
- 3
Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes. The acid will firm up the shrimp and turn it opaque.
- 4
Stir in red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- 5
Serve immediately in a chilled bowl with tortilla chips and a cold mango soda on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- citrus juicer or reamer
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